Salary forDentist in the United States

How much does a Dentist earn in the United States? The average Dentist salary in the United States is $152,215 as of January 16, 2019, but the range typically falls between $135,919 and $177,996. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Job Description

Examines and treats diseases and injuries of teeth and gums. Performs preventative and maintenance dentistry and educates the patient in proper tooth and gum care. Recommends braces or surgery to corr
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Examines and treats diseases and injuries of teeth and gums. Performs preventative and maintenance dentistry and educates the patient in proper tooth and gum care. Recommends braces or surgery to correct any malformations. Requires a degree in dentistry from an accredited school and is licensed to practice. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
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Understand the total compensation opportunity for a Dentist, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

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135919

177996

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Average Total Compensation

Includes bonus, healthcare, and retirement

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146657

195726

169612

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total compensation for the job of Dentist in the United States. The base salary for Dentist ranges from $135,919 to $177,996 with the average base salary of $152,215. The total compensation, which includes bonus, health and retirement, can vary anywhere from $146,657 to $195,726 with the average total compensation of $169,612.